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By Shakeel Hussain The idea of a free learning space has long occupied a central place in educational theory, particularly in the writings of John Dewey and Paulo Freire, both of whom rejected passive models of education in favour of critical thinking, dialogue and lived experience. In their view, education was never meant to be a process of rote absorption, but a dynamic exchange in which students are encouraged to question, interpret and reshape knowledge in relation to the world around them. On paper, modern educational institutions appear to embrace this philosophy. Universities and colleges frequently present themselves as spaces…

By Israr Ahmad Orakzai KOHAT: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Minister for Information and Public Relations Shafi Jan said that comprehensive measures were being taken to maintain law and order during Muharram in Kohat, with a focus on ensuring religious harmony, the smooth conduct of processions and the provision of essential facilities to mourners. He made the remarks while chairing separate jirga meetings with representatives of Sunni and Shia communities held to review Muharram arrangements and the overall security situation in the district. The meetings were attended by Deputy Commissioner Kohat Muhammad Nawaz Wazir, District Police Officer Shahbaz Elahi, retired Chief Justice Ibn…

The world is once again drifting towards a familiar but dangerous divide. The language may have changed, the alliances may appear more complex, and the centers of influence may no longer be confined to Washington and Moscow alone, yet the atmosphere increasingly resembles the tensions of another age. A new global contest is unfolding between competing visions of power, trade, security and influence. This emerging confrontation is not being fought through ideology alone, but through ports, energy routes, currencies, technology, sanctions and economic dependencies. In this unfolding struggle, countries like Pakistan find themselves standing at a difficult crossroads. For Islamabad,…

By Dr Nazia Sher Pakistan’s fisheries sector should be one of the strongest pillars of its emerging blue economy. With a coastline of over 1,000 kilometres and a resource-rich Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ), the country has the natural foundations for a thriving seafood industry. Yet, despite this potential, fisheries contribute less than 0.5% of GDP, while annual marine production remains around 0.68–0.79 million tonnes, well below sustainable capacity (FAO, 2023). The gap between potential and performance is not ecological. It is institutional. The Pakistan Blue Economy Report (Planning Commission, 2026) identifies fisheries as a structurally underperforming sector shaped by fragmented…

By Muhammad Mohsin Iqbal The progress of nations is seldom measured merely by the laws they enact or the institutions they build. It is instead revealed in the quality of leadership that shapes those institutions and in the capacity of the state to adapt itself to changing historical demands. Institutions, no matter how formally well designed, remain inert without individuals who can interpret their purpose with wisdom, restraint, and imagination. History consistently shows that leadership is not defined by authority alone but by the manner in which authority is exercised: with tolerance, foresight, and an unwavering sense of responsibility to…

By Naz Pervin Different civilizations around the world celebrate festivals that are not only a source of joy and entertainment but also serve to preserve their history, culture, and national identity. China’s famous Dragon Boat Festival is one such unique celebration that symbolizes centuries-old traditions, patriotism, and cultural heritage. The festival is observed every year on the fifth day of the fifth month of the Chinese lunar calendar and is celebrated with great enthusiasm by Chinese communities across the world. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has also recognized the Dragon Boat Festival as an Intangible Cultural…

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Economic Survey for 2025-26 arrives at a moment when the country remains caught between cautious optimism and deep structural anxiety. Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has presented the latest economic figures as evidence that Pakistan’s economy is finally moving beyond crisis management towards stability and gradual recovery. The government believes the numbers reflect resilience after years marked by political turbulence, inflation, floods, debt pressure and global uncertainty. Yet behind the official optimism lies a more complex reality that deserves both recognition and scrutiny. The headline figure presented by the finance minister — a GDP growth rate of 3.7 percent — is…

By Uzma Ehtasham Pakistan’s economic crisis is often discussed through the language of emergency. Governments speak of stabilisation packages, international lenders demand fiscal discipline, and policymakers promise that recovery is just beyond the horizon. Yet for millions of Pakistanis living with inflation, unemployment and deepening insecurity, the crisis no longer feels temporary. It has become structural, woven into everyday life through rising food prices, stagnant incomes and collapsing public confidence. In this bleak landscape, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is correct to place agriculture at the centre of the country’s economic future. No other sector possesses the same capacity to create…

By Professor Dr. Sheikh Akram Ali The ugly face of India, many in Bangladesh argue, now stands fully exposed before the nation. India was never truly a benevolent friend, despite decades of presenting itself as Bangladesh’s closest ally. A section of Bangladeshi society continues to believe that India’s support played a decisive role in the country’s emergence in 1971, and therefore sees permanent gratitude towards New Delhi as a political and moral obligation. Yet this perspective, critics contend, overlooks India’s controversial and self-interested role at critical moments in the region’s history. According to this view, India supported Bangladesh during the…